Detective Joseph Azcona was tragically killed in a shooting incident involving a 14-year-old suspect, provoking deep grief from his family. His uncle, Juan G. Lopez, attributed the tragedy to the upbringing of the accused, highlighting parental responsibility in such violent cases. The family's pain was palpable as they gathered in Newark to mourn, while Azcona's partner remained hospitalized after surviving the assault. The incident raises broader concerns regarding youth violence and societal accountability, as the family reflects on the nature of their community and the senseless loss of a dedicated officer.
"It's the parents. The way they were raised, the parents," Azcona's uncle, Juan G. Lopez, told The Post, referring to the guardians of the 14-year-old accused killer. "This hurt."
Lopez spoke as a large group of family members gathered at the home of Azcona's dad, Juan, on Saturday night in Newark, still coming to terms with the detective's sudden and violent death.
The grief of losing Joseph Azcona, a dedicated officer, highlights concerns about youth violence and accountability, with family members questioning the role of parental guidance.
"We work in the city of Newark. We pay taxes. We are business people. We keep things straight and don't do drugs so this hurt," Lopez said.
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